casino crime

[alisha]

I enjoy gambling, and I recognize both positive and negative aspects of this industry. One of the most disturbing things to me about casinos is the immoral negative side effects they tend to carry with them. It is no secret that this industry is driven by greed, and that in itself is no sin, as it is the same principal which drives the consumer based economy. However, as a casino player, lately I am witnessing more and more immoral criminal acts in the casino which have to do with more than gambling; swindling outsiders out of their money, bag snatching and pickpocketing. My question is are these crimes "encouraged" by the greedy atmosphere of the casino, or is it just like any other public place?And maybe you can tell me your own "security tips" when in casinos?

[Harvey]

Originally Posted by alisha

I enjoy gambling, and I recognize both positive and negative aspects of this industry. One of the most disturbing things to me about casinos is the immoral negative side effects they tend to carry with them. It is no secret that this industry is driven by greed, and that in itself is no sin, as it is the same principal which drives the consumer based economy. However, as a casino player, lately I am witnessing more and more immoral criminal acts in the casino which have to do with more than gambling; swindling outsiders out of their money, bag snatching and pickpocketing. My question is are these crimes "encouraged" by the greedy atmosphere of the casino, or is it just like any other public place?And maybe you can tell me your own "security tips" when in casinos?

Are the crimes "encouraged" by the greedy atmosphere of the casino? I don't think so, really. For a criminal, it's a simple question of where's the money at? People bring lots of money to the casino, so that's where the pickpockets and purse snatchers go.

Granted, if people didn't bring so much with them, maybe there wouldn't be as much crime. But any way you cut it, a casino patron is going to have more money on them than a normal person, so the thieves are always going to be circling about.

As far as security tips, I stay away from anyone trying to sell me something or that offers a "once in a lifetime" opportunity. I keep a fanny pack around the front of my waist (yeah, I realize that's lame) and I usually keep my hand resting on it when it's not otherwise occupied. If someone bumps into me, my hand automatically shoots to where I keep my money.

[crab225]

I totally agree with your first assumption. The greedy atmos! As a seasoned player I have seen some forms of thievery that you will not encounter is the "regular" public places. These scoundrels have specialized their methods to fit the casino surroundings, like offering their "assistance" and "advice" to new players, and then pocketing some of their chips, or even have the nerve to ask for their "share" of the winnings! I have a friend who worked as a casino bouncer and he is sharing some of what he learned on this site, check out his safety tips for the casino.
I personally have not been a victim of these acts, but some of my more suggestable friends WERE, and I would very much like to see the separation between gambling and crime.

[ejen]

that article is about the common crimes, those you are most likely going to see. But you can get your stuff stolen going anywhere. The more sophisticated "swindling", as you put it, is what you should really look out for. I was inches close to losing my winnings to someone who dressed himself as a casino employee and was very persuasive… Or maybe he was an employee? Anyway just keep a look out and keep your stuff closed to you.

[Harvey]

Originally Posted by ejen

that article is about the common crimes, those you are most likely going to see. But you can get your stuff stolen going anywhere. The more sophisticated "swindling", as you put it, is what you should really look out for. I was inches close to losing my winnings to someone who dressed himself as a casino employee and was very persuasive… Or maybe he was an employee? Anyway just keep a look out and keep your stuff closed to you.

Tell us more. Someone posing as a casino employee sounds like it would be a very effective strategy. Any details you could provide might keep someone else from falling for this trick.

Wow. It amazes me how low people will stoop to make some easy money.